2013 $1 Niue Oil Discovery Silver Proof Coin

Capturing Australia's rugged pioneering spirit in official legal tender, and featuring an absolutely stunning 'raised' full-colour reverse design, this superbly struck Silver Proof celebrates the 60th anniversary of the discovery of precious oil in the Land Down Under.

When oil was discovered in Western Australia in December of 1953, it sparked jubilation across the country.

Enhancing Australia's national independence, and providing a boost to the economy, this groundbreaking strike also inspired a crucial wave of investment in the search for natural resources.

A fantastic example of the power and adaptability of modern minting technology, this exclusive sterling Silver Proof is a coin that must be seen to be believed. Standing out prominently from the imposing, crown-sized 40mm flan, the raised, fully embossed full-colour depiction of the oil cascading from the well gives the appearance that the 'black gold' is gushing from the actual coin!

Limited to a mintage of just 4,000, this stunning full-colour coin forms a fine tribute to a major landmark in our history.